White Rhino

Near Threatened

Estimated remaining: ~18,000

Habitat

Grasslands and savannas of Southern Africa, particularly in South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Kenya, where they graze on short grasses in open areas.

Threats

• Poaching for rhino horn
• Habitat loss for agriculture
• Political instability in some range states
• Genetic issues in small populations
• Illegal horn trade to Asia

Conservation efforts

Intensive anti-poaching measures including dehorning. Rhino horn stockpile management. Translocations to establish new populations. Private game reserves contributing to conservation. International cooperation to reduce demand for rhino horn.